Julian Hakes

Julian Hakes is an accomplished Architectural Bridges Lead and Technical Director at AtkinsRéalis, where Julian also serves as Associate Director, leading the regional architecture studio since January 2022. Previously, Julian contributed to local governance as a Town Councillor for Elloughton cum Brough Town Council from April 2019 to May 2023, supporting planning and environment committees. As the Founding Director of JULIAN HAKES LONDON LIMITED, a fashion footwear and accessories company, and Hakes Associates Architects, focusing on design, Julian has extensive experience in architecture and design management. Earlier roles include architect positions at Sheppard Robson and Hopkins Architects. Julian holds a BA hons Dip arch Mphil Cantab in Architecture from the University of Cambridge, earned from 1996 to 1999.